Nord User Forum

looking for solution of step sequencer + arppegiator 2in1 for $500 range. I think maybe blofeld waldorf as it shown here it works as sequencer and if I'm understand it right in this case Axiom 49 works just as midi, everything else makes the module. and here is arpeggiator so maybe this is what I need?!

I think this may be more useful as a sequencer: http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/microSTATION/

Still, the blofeld is a good choice for its sound engine.

Regarding the Blofeld (or other DSI or Waldorf synths for that matter): you have an arpeggiator per part, which you could use as a 16-step mini sequencer. But how much are you really going to accomplish with a 16-step sequencer?

I really think you shouldn't get a Blofeld intending to use it as a sequencer.

What do you want to achieve exactly? How do you want to enter the sequenced data? Play it in from a keyboard real-time, enter it with a button grid, turn a knob to select the right note for every step? And do you want to be able to tweak the entered data real-time?

Some hardware that might fit within your stated budget (2nd hand):
- Akai MPC500 / MPC1000
- Yamaha Tenori-on Orange
- Korg Electribe MX (limited functionality for MIDI sequencing)

The Cirklon is probably one of the most extensive step-sequencers currently available, but it is rather expensive too.

mjbrands wrote:Regarding the Blofeld (or other DSI or Waldorf synths for that matter): you have an arpeggiator per part, which you could use as a 16-step mini sequencer. But how much are you really going to accomplish with a 16-step sequencer?

I really think you shouldn't get a Blofeld intending to use it as a sequencer.

What do you want to achieve exactly? How do you want to enter the sequenced data? Play it in from a keyboard real-time, enter it with a button grid, turn a knob to select the right note for every step? And do you want to be able to tweak the entered data real-time?

Some hardware that might fit within your stated budget (2nd hand):
- Akai MPC500 / MPC1000
- Yamaha Tenori-on Orange
- Korg Electribe MX (limited functionality for MIDI sequencing)

The Cirklon is probably one of the most extensive step-sequencers currently available, but it is rather expensive too.

thx fro answer

in the first place I want use apreggiator/sequencer for nord wave to give sequences and arpeggio for sound from synth for live gigging and recording. as I see the price of Akai MPC500 / MPC1000 and Cirklon of course too is out of my budget range and I'm not quite understand is there arpeggiator or not?

Gustavo wrote:I think this may be more useful as a sequencer: http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/microSTATION/

Still, the blofeld is a good choice for its sound engine.

thx for answer

can I use it arpeggiator/sequencer for nord wave?

maxbau wrote:thx for answer

can I use it arpeggiator/sequencer for nord wave?

Most probably yes.

Perhaps the cheapest option would be to get some kind of free software and use it from your laptop.

If you're just looking for a flexible arpeggiator and software is acceptable, Kirnu might be interesting (and free):

http://www.kirnuarp.com/kirnu1/index.html

There's also the newer, more complete Kirnu Cream (click on Cream at the top-right of that site), but that's not free.

I've played with Kirnu a bit, but not Kirnu Cream. Cthulhu from Xfer Records is fun though.

http://www.xferrecords.com/products/cthulhu

I would like to have a bass synthesizer which can work independently as sequencer/arpeggiator and work also with Nord Wave. what can you say about these instruments and which one is you think do I need your opinion?

Korg microStation

http://www.korg.com/microstation

Novation Bass Station II

http://global.novationmusic.com/hardwar ... station-ii

Novation Mininova

http://global.novationmusic.com/hardwar ... s/mininova

Korg microKorg XL

http://www.korg.com/microkorgxl

microKorg

http://www.korg.com/microKORG

blofeld waldorf

http://www.waldorf-music.info/en/blofeld.html

I really only know the Blofeld and deep bass isn't really one of its strong points. Also, the module version does not have a MIDI out (the keyboard version does) and can only send MIDI via USB.

I had a Novation Ultranova for a few weeks, but I got rid again as I didn't really care for the sound. It was easy to use and program, but I thought the sound didn't really have anything special.It also felt rather plastic-y, though I'm sure it is very sturdy, probably more sturdy than some other synths that feel more substantial (and cost much, much more). The Mininova is pretty much a slightly newer Ultranova in a more compact package; no idea how usable the small keys would be, but I think it looks better than the Ultranova.

The new Novation Bass Station II looks and sounds pretty interesting, especially the acid filter.

I also used to own a Novation Ultranova, but because it didn't draw me to play it more often I ended up replacing it with a Korg MicroKorg XL+ which has a nicer vocoder and I think all the overall synth sounds are better.